• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • recipes
    • baking
    • mid-week meals
    • time-worn tucker
    • entertaining
    • kid-friendly feeds
  • Latest Posts
  • About Me
  • Work With Me
  • Shop
    • Cart
    • Checkout
    • My account

Cooker and a Looker - Australian Home Cooking

  • Home
  • recipes
    • baking
    • mid-week meals
    • time-worn tucker
    • entertaining
    • kid-friendly feeds
  • Latest Posts
  • About Me
  • Work With Me
  • Shop
    • Cart
    • Checkout
    • My account
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • Latest Post
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Work with me
  • About Me
    • Email
  • ×

    Home » pondering

    By Amanda Smyth 40 Comments

    angels, sweethearts, jackets + pseudonyms

    Share28
    Pin
    28 Shares

    This is a sponsored post for Target Australia.

    My fingers could not type fast enough when I learned that Kenny Rodgers was performing at the Gympie Muster last year. Bearhands was keen, so was brother-in-law Craig. Soni and Susan’s responses were just as speedy. We weren't missing the Gambler for quids!

    The Muster drew closer and over a few cold glasses of something one afternoon, the girls and I cooked up a little plan. I bought bomber jackets cheaply on the net and designed a logo and we each chose a name from a Kenny song. Kenny’s Angels - Ruby, Elvira and Lucille - were born.

    When the jackets arrived they were on the small side. This wasn't a problem, as long as I didn't have to reach for anything above my waist, or say lift something to my lips. Lifting something to my lips was an integral component of my planned activities at the Muster, so I began the process of stretching the jacket. I zipped it up over the back of a dining room chair, sat it in front of a window that caught the morning sun and progressively stuffed it. Little by little, t shirt by t shirt, the jacket stretched a bit. Eventually, it gave enough that I could hydrate myself whilst wearing it. It still threatened to bare my midriff should the music move me to dance, but the Angels had an outfit!

    The Muster was a tonne of fun. Our Kenny’s Angels flag even made it on the big screen while Kenny crooned (and creaked a little when he walked.)

    Bush poets breakfast
    Bush poets breakfast
    What Engineers do on their days off.
    What Engineers do on their days off.
    The iconic Bra Bar. A couple got hitched here the day before.
    The iconic Bra Bar. A couple got hitched here the day before.
    O'Shea gave our jackets the thumbs up.
    O'Shea gave our jackets the thumbs up.
    Colin Hay wondered how Kenny would react when he learned we'd been playing up on him.
    Colin Hay wondered how Kenny would react when he learned we'd been playing up on him.
    Everybody who's everybody was at the Muster
    Everybody who's everybody was at the Muster
    Sadly, this is as close as Kenny got to his Angels.
    Sadly, this is as close as Kenny got to his Angels.
    Elvira, Ruby and Lucille take a breather.
    Elvira, Ruby and Lucille take a breather.

    We're heading back to the Muster in August. Jimmy Barnes is the object of our affection this year. We've chosen the monica Jimmy’s Sweethearts, because we’ll shout him breakfast any morning he chooses. I started looking for new jackets but I was weary of buying online again. Then as I wandered around Target Maroochydore searching for sheets, I spotted these smart little trench coats. They're a vast improvement on last year's numbers because:

    • they're longer - less danger of midriff exposure when being unceremoniously flung from the bucking bull;
    • will provide a little bit more cover from the cold - good news, because some nights were bitter;
    • (and best of all) it fits properly - one of the myriad of benefits to trying something on before you jump in and impetuously purchase three of the blessed things.
    Target Maroochydore change room selfie
    Hot Options Contrast Trim Belted Trench Coat in Taupe / Black - $49 bargain!

    I took a quick change room selfie, made sure the girls were on board and snapped those babies up for the bargain price of $49 each.

    Target and I are going to be working together for the next few months. They've offered me some gift vouchers and I've decided to share them with my readers. This month I have a $50 Target voucher to give away.

    Congratulations to Jacana who won the voucher, with this sentence:

    Old rockers don’t die ….. they just need more lubrication.

     

    Will you help us out?

    We need three female names from Barnesy/Cold Chisel songs for this year's pseudonyms. Go!

    Share28
    Pin
    28 Shares
    « grouts, Hippocrates, curative chicken soup + the good stuff
    flying rum monkeys + slapdashery »

    NEVER MISS A RECIPE!

    Sign up and be the first to receive new recipes straight from my oven to your inbox.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Tanya Berglund says

      July 11, 2013 at 4:41 pm

      just keep rocking on.. even if the finish time keeps getting earlier and we no longer stay up until sunrise.. Love Mud, Bulls and Music, lived in Gympie before and a country rock girl at heart.

      Reply
    2. Bek Mugridge says

      July 11, 2013 at 4:44 pm

      Your rocking that coat!
      Looks like an amazing event X

      Reply
      • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

        July 14, 2013 at 6:49 am

        Thanks Bek - it's fabulous fun!

        Reply
    3. Tanya Berglund says

      July 11, 2013 at 4:48 pm

      A couple of women's names from Cold Chisel Rock Lyrics... Georgia, Janelle and Juliet.. all song titles.. Monica, or Mona and the Preacher.. or how about just "Wild Thing" ... ( I am a massive fan and have been to their concert in Brisbane and also in 1999 I went to the VIP opening Night to the Hard Rock Cafe, Gold Coast and partied with Jimmy Barnes!!)

      Reply
      • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

        July 14, 2013 at 6:49 am

        You partied with Jimmy Tanya? That's awesome! Thanks for the names - I could think of Annemaria and Ita but then I was stuck!

        Reply
    4. Sarah @ Slapdash Mama says

      July 11, 2013 at 6:13 pm

      ...become pickled in their own alcoholic juices and are preserved for future generations to enjoy. Exhibit A - Keith Richards!!! I rest my case.

      Reply
      • Sarah @ Slapdash Mama says

        July 11, 2013 at 6:20 pm

        Oh forgot the last question! All I can think of for names are "Flame", "Tree", and the exotic one, "Khe sanh".
        Maybe "Train", "Sydney" and "Gone"?

        Reply
        • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

          July 14, 2013 at 6:47 am

          We'll all be fighting over who gets to be the exotic one Sarah!

          Reply
    5. mummywifeme says

      July 12, 2013 at 7:09 am

      I've always wanted to go to a muster. It looks amazing. I love your efforts on the jackets to and your dedication to stretching yours so you can keep hydrated 🙂

      Reply
      • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

        July 14, 2013 at 6:46 am

        It was a labour of love!

        Reply
    6. Sydney, Kids, Food + Travel says

      July 12, 2013 at 7:33 am

      ... twang a little harder ... can't help with names! Sounds a hilarious expedition!

      Reply
    7. Lisa @ bakebikeblog says

      July 12, 2013 at 9:01 am

      oh that is too fun!!!!! Love the jackets!

      Reply
      • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

        July 14, 2013 at 6:45 am

        We have a ball Lisa. I couldn't help getting excited while I was writing this!

        Reply
    8. Leanne Winter says

      July 12, 2013 at 11:24 am

      Old rockers don't die...they get restored and then end up in the new baby's room - oh, not that kind of rocker, right?
      So how was Kenny? Could you recognise him with all the work done?

      Reply
    9. Jacana says

      July 12, 2013 at 11:49 am

      Old rockers don't die ..... they just need more lubrication. Best I could come up with.

      Reply
    10. Trish MLDB says

      July 12, 2013 at 2:08 pm

      They just croon to their prunes ....

      I love the coat , sorry no idea for names.

      Reply
    11. Lisa@RandomActsOfZen says

      July 12, 2013 at 4:18 pm

      Ooh, you're going to have a fabulous time!! I'd like one of those trenches for myself, think I may just check out the old Target!

      Reply
      • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

        July 14, 2013 at 6:42 am

        They're down to $30 now Lisa - bargain!

        Reply
    12. Lauren Keliher says

      July 12, 2013 at 5:38 pm

      Keep Calm and Rock On

      Reply
    13. Kim m says

      July 12, 2013 at 11:05 pm

      Theylaugh their heads off at the new "talent" of the world, like Justin Beiber!

      Reply
    14. Kim m says

      July 12, 2013 at 11:07 pm

      I subscribe by email too

      Reply
    15. Kim @ spirited mama says

      July 12, 2013 at 11:54 pm

      They just keep rockin' up to the next gig - Gimpie Muster - i've been to a lot of events but not that one - i have some good friends that raved about it. You must have had a ball! The pics are awesome - love the colours of the bush. Go girl xx

      Reply
    16. Mary Preston says

      July 14, 2013 at 10:54 am

      Old rockers don’t die, they …….just beat to a different drummer.

      I'm kind of stuck on the names.

      Reply
    17. Monique says

      July 14, 2013 at 1:56 pm

      Turn into Mums!!

      Reply
    18. Have a laugh on me says

      July 14, 2013 at 3:53 pm

      Old rockers don't die - they croon forever thanks to the revival of vinyl!
      LOVE the idea of matching jackets, glad you got it stretched! Bet it was a fab day 🙂

      Reply
    19. NewLifeOnTheRoad (@NewLifeOnRoad) says

      July 14, 2013 at 5:22 pm

      Old rockers don’t die, they …….Rock Better With Age 🙂

      Reply
    20. womblywoo says

      July 14, 2013 at 6:48 pm

      ...fall flat on their knockers?

      and for names -
      Boney Maroney
      Long Tall Sally and
      Short fat Fanny?

      Reply
      • womblywoo says

        July 14, 2013 at 6:49 pm

        If I were you I'd be putting dibs on Boney Maroney!

        Reply
        • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

          July 15, 2013 at 11:07 am

          Too funny womblywoo!

          Reply
    21. Isabel says

      July 15, 2013 at 11:06 am

      Old rockers don’t die, they disappear into the smoke of cigars.

      Love your jacket! Those contrast trims are totally rock chic.

      Reply
    22. Stacey Shailer says

      July 16, 2013 at 8:00 pm

      ...become immortal!

      Reply
    23. The Plumbette (@ThePlumbette) says

      July 16, 2013 at 11:16 pm

      Old Rockers don't die, they live on in your mind, in your heart and in your soul. Nothing can kill those that rock and roll.
      Gorgeous Trench. Wouldn't mind getting myself one of those.

      Reply
    24. eliz a buf says

      July 19, 2013 at 12:14 pm

      old rockers never die... they just get bigger amps and release 'best of' compilations.

      can't help ya with the names, tho. i grew up in texas, a long long way from anyone named barnes-y..

      however, when ZZ TOP are playing at gympie, imma be *all over* the costumes and the name changes!!

      xoxo, buf

      Reply
      • eliz a buf says

        July 19, 2013 at 12:27 pm

        far out! ... so i'm googling yer man jimmy here (so i can educate myself on australian rock'n'roll), and come to find out that jimmy barnes actually toured with ZZ TOP back in 1981??!!

        alas, at that moment in time, i was still obsessively listening to that OTHER great scottish rock-god, rod stewart.

        Reply
        • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

          July 19, 2013 at 12:34 pm

          Oh Buf you make me laugh!

          Reply
          • eliz a buf says

            July 19, 2013 at 12:49 pm

            well then, my work here is done. i'll just get back to plagiarizing your foot puppets........

            Reply
            • Amanda, Cooker and a Looker says

              July 19, 2013 at 3:26 pm

              Best you credit the Big Sister Buf, she gets snarky about attribution! 😛

            • eliz a buf says

              July 19, 2013 at 4:09 pm

              and fair enough, too. not *everyone* can be that kind of smart, beautiful AND artistic.

              but i think we've taught her well.

              sooo, i'll just get back to plagiariizing Big Sister's foot puppets now..............

          • eliz a buf says

            July 19, 2013 at 4:52 pm

            cos it IS friday afternoon happy hour and all...

            Reply
    25. Katy Sit Down Mummy says

      July 20, 2013 at 4:57 pm

      ... become grandfathers and get bossed around by pink fairy-winged two year olds.
      Ps cool post xx

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Footer

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
    • find new recipes
    • buy the book
    • download free printables

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions

    Contact

    • Contact
    • About Me
    • Latest Post
    • Shop

    Copyright © 2021 Cooker and a Looker

     

    Loading Comments...